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McNeil Voice Studio PodcastS2 Ep3 - Solo Episode - Reflections on Past Episodes, Studio Updates & NewsIt's a new year and a new season! Here Maria McNeil Phelps chats with us about past episodes, starting a new chapter with her small business and other studio news. Episode Notes:Hi, I'm Maria McNeil Phelps! I am a voice teacher and singer-songwriter based in Somerset, KY. Helping singers discover their authentic voice is my true passion. I have been teaching voice since 2005. I love that we are all different and I believe there are many ways to connect to one's true sound. Because of this belief, I still continue to personally study voice a...2022-03-0117 min
McNeil Voice Studio PodcastS2 Ep2 ft. Jenny Williams - Yoga and Pilates instructor and co-owner of Embody Yoga & Pilates- The Mind Body Soul Connection, Hitting the Shut Down Button & Sharing Your Thoughts With The PublicYoga and Pilates instructor and co-owner of Embody Yoga & Pilates, Jenny Williams shares why she started a yoga practice, the need to have acceptance for where you are now in your creative practices, how hitting our own personal shut down button is often forgotten, Sacred Feet Yoga and Meditation and why she decided to share her inner thoughts on social media and then in the local paper. This one is a longer episode but there are a ton of great gems that can remind us how to make time for ourselves and others. Episode Notes...2022-02-0153 min
McNeil Voice Studio PodcastS2 Ep1 ft. Liz Turner - Voice Educator & Performer- Her Journey, The Audition Process, Writing A MusicalVoice educator, singer, actress & writer, Liz Turner shares the life lessons learned from performing at a young age, auditioning, and writing a musical.Episode NotesBio: Elizabeth Turner, Soprano originally from Portsmouth, New Hampshire is an accomplished performer who has captivated audiences across the globe. Trained in classical, jazz, musical theatre, and contemporary styles. Elizabeth’s warm voice, playful attitude, and vibrant inner beauty come alive on the stage, screen, and in the studio. Elizabeth earned her degrees in Vocal Performance from the Berklee College of Music (M.M. & B.M.). She is a current Do...2022-01-0143 min
McNeil Voice Studio PodcastEp 8 ft. Jakaye Garth- A Community Leader's Voice- Her Journey, Stepping into Leadership, The Lake Cumberland Diversity Council, Finding Your VoiceSales and marketing manager and community leader, Jakaye Garth, shares her path to leadership, her journey as the president of the Lake Cumberland Diversity Council, and how to find your voice.Bio: JaKaye Garth is a lifelong resident of Pulaski Co in Kentucky. She graduated from Morehead State University in 2015 with a BA in Strategic Communication. After she graduated, She studied event planning abroad in Germany for 2 weeks and returned to work at the Commonwealth Journal, which is the local newspaper in Somerset KY. Jakaye stayed there 3 years and then became the Regional Director of Sales for...2021-11-3042 min
McNeil Voice Studio PodcastEp 7 ft. Robby Atwood- A Spiritual Voice- His Journey, Finding your Identity and Purpose, Creativity and WorshipMusician and Spiritual Leader, Robby Atwood, shares the life lessons learned from being a musician, building a place of worship, and following your calling.Bio: Robby Atwood is a musician, and the director of One27 House of Prayer in Somerset, KY. One27 House of Prayer is a ministry devoted to building a culture of worship and prayer, with a growing emphasis on equipping community, and missions. Robby longs to build the Lord a corporate dwelling place and to see a generation equipped to love Jesus, doing his works in every sphere of society. Robby has also co-authored...2021-10-3135 min
McNeil Voice Studio PodcastEp 6 ft. Kat Moses- An Activist's Voice Her Journey, What Happens to a Silenced Voice, Exploring Empathy and Self CompassionActivist and Community Leader, Kat Moses, shares what motivated her to activism and lifting other voices. We chat about empathy and how to be more self compassionate.CW: Briefly discusses assaultBio: Kat Moses is an activist, advocate, and community organizer. She is a 2020 MPA graduate from Murray State University and a 2012 graduate from Berea College's Women's and Gender Studies program. She is co-founder and President of PFLAG Somerset KY as well as co-founder and lead organizer of Chill Out & Proud Somerset. She also serves as Treasurer for the Watershed Arts Alliance and is part...2021-09-3044 min
McNeil Voice Studio PodcastEp 5 ft. Paloma Carmona - A Hispanic Voice- Her Journey, Her Faith, Being a DACA Recipient, Finding Strength in Difficult TimesPaloma Carmona shares the life lessons learned from being an immigrant, finding her faith, and finding strength in adversity.Episode NotesBio: Paloma moved to the United States from Mexico at the age of 12. She has a bachelor's degree in business from Lindsey Wilson College and is a Daca Recipient, Paloma states that she is a Christian and loves to serve her community, her church, and all people around her. Her ongoing prayer is to always make the world a better place.Resources:Website: https://www.fwd.us/immigration/ Ge...2021-08-3137 min
McNeil Voice Studio PodcastEp 4 Ft. Ronnie Chea/ Twisted Optiks- A Hip-Hop Artist's Voice- His Journey as an Artist and Mentor & Finding the Courage to Share Your TruthContent warning: This interview briefly discusses mass shootings and gun violence.HipHop Artist, Music Producer and Audio Instructor for Texans Can Academies, Ronnie Chea , shares what motivated his latest IG music , how he has become a mentor and how he has found the courage to share his truth.Bio: Hello my name is Ronnie Chea. I am Cambodian American. My primary language is English but I can also read/write/speak Khmer. I am an Artist, Music Producer and Audio Instructor for Texans Can Academies. To classify my music, it is mindful hip hop that...2021-07-3143 min
McNeil Voice Studio PodcastEp 3 ft. Amber Frangos - A Playwright's Voice- Her Creative Journey, Connecting to Your Purpose, Making Time for CreativityPlaywright, actor and director, Amber Frangos shares the life lessons learned from being a playwright, connecting with creativity, and sharing her work with others. Episode Notes:Bio-Amber Frangos is a Kentucky-based playwright. Her plays include Rosies: The Women Who Riveted the Nation, Leo: His Journey Through Breast Cancer, and her upcoming musical in collaboration with Maria McNeil-Phelps, Mary: Her Story. Amber is the resident playwright at Flashback Theater. She is also involved in the theatre as an actor and director.Amber Frangos’ play Rosies: The Women Who Riveted The Nation rece...2021-06-3026 min
McNeil Voice Studio PodcastEp 2 ft. Leah Driscoll - The Health & Wellness Educator Voice- Her Journey, The Struggles of a Creative Person, Redefining SuccessPsychotherapy and Health & Wellness Educator and singer-songwriter, Leah Driscoll shares the life lessons learned from being a musician, working in the music industry, and developing health and wellness programming. Episode Notes Bio: Leah Driscoll is a licensed clinical social worker, health and wellness educator, trainer, and public speaker. She also spent a decade working as a professional musician. Leah’s areas of expertise are in the impact of bias and discrimination on mental health as well as the specific mental and emotional health stressors of performing artists. She established the Office of Student Wellness Promotion and Ser...2021-05-2132 min
McNeil Voice Studio PodcastIntroduction Episode: SOLO: Meet the Host, What is MVS & Why a podcast?Meet Maria McNeil Phelps and learn more about her voice studio and what inspired her to start a podcast.Episode Notes:Hi, I'm Maria McNeil Phelps! I am a voice teacher and singer-songwriter based in Somerset, KY. Helping singers discover their authentic voice is my true passion. I have been teaching voice since 2005. I love that we are all different and I believe there are many ways to connect to one's true sound. Because of this belief, I still continue to personally study voice and try to stay updated on new ways...2021-04-0110 min